Ashland High School

Announcements - December 10th, 2024 Interested in being part of the AHS Site Council? Site Council is a group of teachers, parents, students, and administrators working together to improve the school. Site Council meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month and plays a key role in driving school improvement by developing and monitoring progress toward our goals. The next meeting will be today December 10th from 4-5 pm in the AHS Library. We want your BRAINS! Brain Bowl is now meeting for trivia practice, every Wednesday in H-15! Come on down, and bring your BRAINS! Candy Canes sent to a student or staff member will be available to purchase on Wednesday on the quad. They will be hand delivered by a special guest. Interested in artificial intelligence? Intrigued by how it could affect our educations and careers? Join the Artificial Intelligence Impact Club tomorrow on Wednesday the 11th in room 205. We will have snacks! Scan the QR code on social media to participate in our student and faculty survey. Do you love dances, decorations, planning, socializing, and want to help plan a middle school dance? Join ASU Thursday's at lunch in Lincoln 10 -We need your support! AHS’s CTE Club is hosting a presentation Thursday, December 12th during TCB and 4th/8th period in Mr.Miller’s wood shop. You MUST request a TCB pass from Mr.Miller or another teacher before 3rd period. Come and learn and get yourself motivated to apply for one or more of the Many CTE Scholarships available.   AHS is hosting a Winter clothing and food drive! Help families in need with new or used clothes and donations of canned food. Donations will be accepted this week, December 9th through 13th. Drop off locations will be at the AHS Main office and the Ashland Police Department. Come to the in-person drop off December 13th at the AHS bus ramp from 4-5 pm for free hot chocolate. AHS is also hosting an animal shelter supplies drive from December 9th through 13th. Bring towels, toys, and extra pet supplies to the office, counselors office or library to be donate to the Jackson county animal shelter for the holiday season. The Ashland High Arts Advocates are thrilled to present the 33rd Annual Winter Fine Arts Festival, a showcase of visual and performing arts by AHS students. Taking place Friday, December 13th at 5:30 pm in the Commons, this festive and family friendly evening includes a tasty catered dinner by the culinary arts program, stunning exhibitions by the Fine Arts Programs, followed by a performing arts variety show at 7:00 by music and theater students. Tickets are $15 each, and $5 for students. To learn more, please visit www.ashlandarts.org Seniors, please remember that senior photos are due by January 31st with your senior quotes. No exceptions. If they are not submitted by this date, they will not make it into the yearbook. Please use the Jostens Photo Share link on the flyers around campus, in the front office, and in the Grizz 'o Gram to submit your photo and quote. The requirements are listed on the second page of the flyer. Flyers also have been posted in your College and Career Readiness classes. Thank you! It’s Basketball season!!! The boys basketball team will be playing Henley on Friday December 13th. This will be their first home game of the year, let’s get the student section packed!! Check social media and the grizz-o-gram for our upcoming athletic events! Scholarship Opportunities: Please check out the bulletin board in the Library building hallway next to Counseling for scholarship opportunities. Also, check out the Grizz-O-Gram, Instagram and Facebook for the same information. 2024-2025 Yearbooks are available for pre-order! You can order them through the main office or through Jostens at Jostens.com/yearbookbuy. Order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year at $50.

Interested in artificial intelligence? Intrigued by how it could affect our educations and careers? Join the Artificial Intelligence Impact Club next week on Wednesday the 11th in room 205. We will have snacks! This club will meet every second Wednesday of every month. Scan this QR code to take the student and faculty survey!

Do you love dances, decorations, planning, socializing, and want to help plan a middle school dance? Join ASU Thursday's at lunch in Lincoln 10 - We need your support!

Ashland High School's CTE Club Presents: Our CTE Speaker Series 2024-25. This upcoming presentation is happening Thursday, December 12th, during TCB and 4th/8th period in Mr. Miller's woods shop. You MUST request a TCB pass from Mr.Miller or another teacher before 3rd period! Come and learn an get yourself motivated to apply for one or more of the Many CTE Scholarships available. Get Key information and professional advice on improving your chance of getting a CTE scholarship that will help you build something toward a successful career in something that you actually enjoy doing! For further information contact CTE Club Leadership Committee Members listed at the bottom of this flyer.

Announcements - December 9th, 2024 We acknowledge that the sacred land that we live and learn on today belongs to the Takelma, Shasta, Modoc, Klamath & Umpqua peoples. We honor and acknowledge the traditional owners of the land we now call the United States. We recognize the Native American peoples' continuing connection to land, place, waters, and community. We pay our respects to their cultures, country, and elders past, present, and emerging. Do you love dances, decorations, planning, socializing, and want to help plan a middle school dance? Join ASU Thursday's at lunch in Lincoln 10 -We need your support! Interested in being part of the AHS Site Council? Site Council is a group of teachers, parents, students, and administrators working together to improve the school. Site Council meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month and plays a key role in driving school improvement by developing and monitoring progress toward our goals. The next meeting will be December 10th from 4-5 pm in the AHS Library. AHS’s CTE Club is hosting a presentation Thursday, December 12th during TCB and 4th/8th period in Mr.Miller’s wood shop. You MUST request a TCB pass from Mr.Miller or another teacher before 3rd period. Come and learn and get yourself motivated to apply for one or more of the Many CTE Scholarships available.   AHS is hosting a Winter clothing and food drive! Help families in need with new or used clothes and donations of canned food. Donations will be accepted December 9th through 13th. Drop off locations will be at the AHS Main office and the Ashland Police Department. Come to the in-person drop off December 13th at the AHS bus ramp from 4-5 pm for free hot chocolate. AHS is also hosting an animal shelting supplies drive from Decembe 9th through 13th. Bring towels, toys, and extra pet supplies to the office, counselors office or library to be donate to the Jackson county animal shelter for the holiday season. Interested in artificial intelligence? Intrigued by how it could affect our educations and careers? Join the Artificial Intelligence Impact Club next week on Wednesday the 11th in room 205. We will have snacks! Scan the QR code on social media to participate in our student and faculty survey. The Ashland High Arts Advocates are thrilled to present the 33rd Annual Winter Fine Arts Festival, a showcase of visual and performing arts by AHS students. Taking place Friday, December 13th at 5:30 pm in the Commons, this festive and family friendly evening includes a tasty catered dinner by the culinary arts program, stunning exhibitions by the Fine Arts Programs, followed by a performing arts variety show at 7:00 by music and theater students. Tickets are $15 each, and $5 for students. To learn more, please visit www.ashlandarts.org Seniors, please remember that senior photos are due by January 31st with your senior quotes. No exceptions. If they are not submitted by this date, they will not make it into the yearbook. Please use the Jostens Photo Share link on the flyers around campus, in the front office, and in the Grizz 'o Gram to submit your photo and quote. The requirements are listed on the second page of the flyer. Flyers also have been posted in your College and Career Readiness classes. Thank you! It’s Basketball season!!! The boys basketball team will be playing Henley on Friday December 13th. This will be their first home game of the year, let’s get the student section packed!! Check social media and the grizz-o-gram for our upcoming athletic events! Scholarship Opportunities: Please check out the bulletin board in the Library building hallway next to Counseling for scholarship opportunities. Also, check out the Grizz-O-Gram, Instagram and Facebook for the same information. 2024-2025 Yearbooks are available for pre-order! You can order them through the main office or through Jostens at Jostens.com/yearbookbuy. Order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year at $50.

Animal Shelter Supplies Drive - 12/9-12/13 Bring towels, toys and extra pet supplies to the office, counselors office or library to be donated to the Jackson County Animal Shelter for the holiday season!

Help Families in need with new or used clothes and donations of canned food. Donations will be accepted December 9th through December 13th. Drop off Locations: AHS Main Office, Ashland Police Department Come to the In-Person drop off December 13th at the AHS bus ramp from 4:00 - 5:00 pm for free hot chocolate!

Interested in being part of the AHS Site Council? Site Council is a group of teachers, parents, students, and administrators working together to improve the school. Site Council meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month and plays a key role in driving school improvement by developing and monitoring progress toward our goals. Our next meeting is Tuesday, December 10th from 4:00 - 5:00 pm in the AHS Library.

Join us for a meet & greet with community partners. Come learn about the resources AHS offers students around substance use. AHS Mountain Theater Monday, December 9th 6:00 - 8:00 pm Come meet people from La Clinica, Maslow, Phoenix Counseling, Ashland Police, Kolpia, Rogue Valley Mentoring, and SART.

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Seniors! Please remember that senior photos are due by JANUARY 31st with your senior quotes. No exceptions. If they are not submitted by this date, they will not make it into the yearbook. Please use the Jostens Photo Share link on the flyers around campus, in the front office, and in the Grizz 'o Gram to submit your photo and quote. The requirements are listed on the second page of the flyer or on the grizz-o-gram. Flyers also have been posted in your College and Career Readiness classes.

Announcements - December 6th, 2024 Kindness Club is happening today at lunch in the IVC. Mu Alpha Theta will be meeting Today, December 6th at lunch in H-22. We will be planning our Pre-Winter Break Alumni Reunion. All members please attend! Interested in being part of the AHS Site Council? Site Council is a group of teachers, parents, students, and administrators working together to improve the school. Site Council meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month and plays a key role in driving school improvement by developing and monitoring progress toward our goals. The next meeting will be December 10th from 4-5 pm in the AHS Library. AHS is hosting a Winter clothing and food drive! Help families in need with new or used clothes and donations of canned food. Donations will be accepted December 9th through 13th. Drop off locations will be at the AHS Main office and the Ashland Police Department. Come to the in-person drop off December 13th at the AHS bus ramp from 4-5 pm for free hot chocolate. Interested in artificial intelligence? Intrigued by how it could affect our educations and careers? Join the Artificial Intelligence Impact Club next week on Wednesday the 11th in room 205. We will have snacks! Scan the QR code on social media to participate in our student and faculty survey. The Ashland High Arts Advocates are thrilled to present the 33rd Annual Winter Fine Arts Festival, a showcase of visual and performing arts by AHS students. Taking place Friday, December 13th at 5:30 pm in the Commons, this festive and family friendly evening includes a tasty catered dinner by the culinary arts program, stunning exhibitions by the Fine Arts Programs, followed by a performing arts variety show at 7:00 by music and theater students. Tickets are $15 each, and $5 for students. To learn more, please visit www.ashlandarts.org Seniors, please remember that senior photos are due by January 31st with your senior quotes. No exceptions. If they are not submitted by this date, they will not make it into the yearbook. Please use the Jostens Photo Share link on the flyers around campus, in the front office, and in the Grizz 'o Gram to submit your photo and quote. The requirements are listed on the second page of the flyer. Flyers also have been posted in your College and Career Readiness classes. Thank you! Need some volunteer hours? The Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink is opening and looking for volunteers! Enjoy the outdoors and become an ice rink host! Day, night, and weekend shifts are available. For more info or to sign up email sulaiman.shelton@ashland.or.us. More contact information is available on social media. It’s Basketball season!!! The boys basketball team will be playing Henley on Friday December 13th. This will be their first home game of the year, let’s get the student section packed!! Check social media and the grizz-o-gram for our upcoming athletic events! Scholarship Opportunities: Please check out the bulletin board in the Library building hallway next to Counseling for scholarship opportunities. Also, check out the Grizz-O-Gram, Instagram and Facebook for the same information. 2024-2025 Yearbooks are available for pre-order! You can order them through the main office or through Jostens at Jostens.com/yearbookbuy. Order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year at $50.

Here is our Winter Sports update for this month!

Announcements - December 2nd, 2024 This week support the Climate Action Cub before 1st period. Bring your own thermos to the quad for a 1$ hot chocolate and 2$ for a paper cup! All profit goes to the Climate Action Club! Come learn more about Pacific University on Tuesday, December 3rd from 2:00 – 2:30 pm in the College & Career Center. Please get a note from your teacher before coming to the College & Career Center or contact Jen Marsden in the CCC to be requested. The Ashland High Arts Advocates are thrilled to present the 33rd Annual Winter Fine Arts Festival, a showcase of visual and performing arts by AHS students. Taking place Friday, December 13th at 5:30 pm in the Commons, this festive and family friendly evening includes a tasty catered dinner by the culinary arts program, stunning exhibitions by the Fine Arts Programs, followed by a performing arts variety show at 7:00 by music and theater students. Tickets are $15 each, and $5 for students. To learn more, please visit www.ashlandarts.org Need some volunteer hours? Starting November 26th, the Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink is opening and looking for volunteers! Enjoy the outdoors and become an ice rink host! Day, night, and weekend shifts are available. For more info or to sign up email sulaiman.shelton@ashland.or.us. More contact information is available on social media. Scholarship Opportunities: Please check out the bulletin board in the Library building hallway next to Counseling for scholarship opportunities. Also, check out the Grizz-O-Gram, Instagram and Facebook for the same information. 2024-2025 Yearbooks are available for pre-order! You can order them through the main office or through Jostens at Jostens.com/yearbookbuy. Order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year at $50. Mr.Stonewood would like to remind his students (and all students) that the phones go where the phones go….and you know where the phones go. Dear Students -- As we begin another season, your safety remains our top priority. Please remember to stay aware, attentive, and cautious when crossing Siskiyou blvd to reach classes at Lincoln. Follow these safety guidelines to help ensure everyone's well-being: Cross in groups, Look both ways, and be mindful of the flow of traffic.

The main office will be closed Wednesday, November 27th - Friday, November 29th, for Holiday break.

Support our AHS Climate Action Club by purchasing Hot Chocolate on the Quad! When: Before School, December 2nd-6th Bring your own mug: $1 Need a cup? $2 Extras (Marshmallows, whipped cream, etc): add $1

Announcements - November 26th, 2024 Come learn more about Pacific University on Tuesday, December 3rd from 2:00 – 2:30 pm in the College & Career Center. Please get a note from your teacher before coming to the College & Career Center or contact Jen Marsden in the CCC to be requested. Dear Students -- As we begin another season, your safety remains our top priority. Please remember to stay aware, attentive, and cautious when crossing Siskiyou blvd to reach classes at Lincoln. Follow these safety guidelines to help ensure everyone's well-being: Cross in groups, Look both ways, and be mindful of the flow of traffic. Need some volunteer hours? Starting November 26th, the Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink is opening and looking for volunteers! Enjoy the outdoors and become an ice rink host! Day, night, and weekend shifts are available. For more info or to sign up email sulaiman.shelton@ashland.or.us. More contact information is available on social media. If you eat lunch on campus, please be respectful to our campus and custodial staff and pick up after yourself and throw your trash away in one of the various trash cans around campus. Scholarship Opportunities: Please check out the bulletin board in the Library building hallway next to Counseling for scholarship opportunities. Also, check out the Grizz-O-Gram, Instagram and Facebook for the same information. A reminder that the student tutor center is open Mondays and Wednesdays in the IVC for an hour after school and is absolutely free. If you need help with your homework or understanding a concept, just head on down to the IVC! 2024-2025 Yearbooks are available for pre-order! You can order them through the main office or through Jostens at Jostens.com/yearbookbuy. Order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year at $50. Mr.Stonewood would like to remind his students (and all students) that the phones go where the phones go….and you know where the phones go.

Volunteers Needed - Become an Ice Rink Host! Enjoy the outdoors while having fun at the Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink - Non skaters Welcome! Day, Night, Weekend shifts available starting November 26th for high school students to earn community service hours! For more info or to sign up: contact Sulaiman Shelton (volunteer coordinator) Voice: 541.552.2264 Text: 541.499.8798 Email: Sulaiman.Shelton@ashland.or.us

Announcements - November 25th, 2024 November is Indigenous People's month! Did you know that Agnes Baker Pilgrim, also known as Grandma Aggie was born in Grants Pass and was an honored elder of the Takelma tribe, whose ancestral home is where we now stand. Grandma Aggie was the chairperson of the International Council of 13 Indigenous Grandmothers who advocate for a return to Indigenous ways to protect the natural resources and children of our planet. She also brought back the Sacred Salmon Ceremony on the Rogue River and founded the Konaway Nika Tillicum Academy at SOU to promote young Indigenous leadership in our valley. If you want to learn more about Grandma Aggie and the first people of Ashland, please visit the Otter Lifter canoe outside of our district office, and consider helping us care for Otter during the winter solstice just before break. We acknowledge that the sacred land that we live and learn on today belongs to the Takelma, Shasta, Modoc, Klamath & Umpqua peoples. We honor and acknowledge the traditional owners of the land we now call the United States. We recognize the Native American peoples' continuing connection to land, place, waters, and community. We pay our respects to their cultures, country, and elders past, present, and emerging. Are you looking for a way to show thanks to a person on campus who has made your life just a little bit better? Then buy pie! That's right, you can buy a slice of pie and have it delivered on campus for only $3.00. Come learn more about Pacific University on Tuesday, December 3rd from 2:00 – 2:30 pm in the College & Career Center. Please get a note from your teacher before coming to the College & Career Center or contact Jen Marsden in the CCC to be requested. Dear Students -- As we begin another season, your safety remains our top priority. Please remember to stay aware, attentive, and cautious when crossing Siskiyou blvd to reach classes at Lincoln. Follow these safety guidelines to help ensure everyone's well-being: Cross in groups, Look both ways, and be mindful of the flow of traffic. 2024-2025 Yearbooks are available for pre-order! You can order them through the main office or through Jostens at Jostens.com/yearbookbuy. Order before January 5th for the lowest price of the year at $50.

Ashland High Arts Advocates is thrilled to present the 33rd Annual Winter Fine Arts Festival, a showcase of visual arts and performing arts by students at Ashland High School. Taking place on Friday, December 13, at 5:30 p.m. at Ashland High School in the Cafeteria Commons, this festive and family friendly evening includes a tasty catered dinner by the Culinary Arts Program, stunning exhibitions by the Fine Arts Programs in the Commons Hallway and Theatre Lobby, followed by a Performing Arts Variety Show at 7:00 p.m. with solo and group performances by music and theatre students. Tickets are $15.00 each, and free for children under the age of four. Students receive a discount, and tickets are $5.00 each. All proceeds benefit Ashland High School Art Programs. To learn more, please visit www.ashlandarts.org. To purchase tickets, go to https://tinyurl.com/ymb3mbn6